U.S. Faces Doctor Shortage
April 13th, 2010
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Experts warn there won't be enough doctors to treat the millions of people newly insured under the health-care law.
Criminals Prey on the Unemployed
April 11th, 2010
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The number of online laundering outfits that use unsuspecting job seekers to turn stolen credit-card numbers into cash is growing, experts say.
On the Job Hunt, With New Hope
April 7th, 2010
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As the economy stabilizes, Americans are returning to the labor force, suggesting their confidence in the job market is improving.
Job Market Picks Up, but Slowly
April 4th, 2010
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U.S. employers added 162,000 jobs in March, the largest gain since 2007. But nearly one-third came from temporary hiring for the Census. The unemployment rate was steady at 9.7%.
College Grads’ Outlook Is Grim
April 3rd, 2010
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Despite signs of life in the job market, the outlook for newly minted college graduates remains grim and many are trying new strategies for landing positions.
Best Bet For a Post-Graduation Job: Engineering
March 31st, 2010
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A new report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers finds that eight of the top 10 best-paid majors are in engineering, with petroleum engineering topping off the list at $86,220.
Entrepreneurs Remain Wary
March 29th, 2010
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Small-business owners turned slightly more pessimistic in February, as actual sales have failed to meet up to brighter expectations, new data show.
More Men File Harassment Claims
March 22nd, 2010
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Since the start of the recession, a growing number of sexual harassment complaints have come from men.
Bad Credit Derails Job Seekers
March 16th, 2010
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Job hunters are finding their financial past is interfering with their professional future as more employers conduct credit checks on applicants.
Workers Perceive Little Opportunity
March 16th, 2010
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Professionals don't think it is worth it to seek out new opportunities, and many have lowered their career and retirement aspirations, according to a recent study.
Internal Hires Trumped Outsiders in 2009
February 25th, 2010
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Employers filled more than half of job openings with existing employees, a new study shows. And for jobs that were filled with external recruits, referrals accounted for the most hires.
Recession Tactic: The Mini-Shift
February 23rd, 2010
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As the number of "involuntary part-time" workers surges, many are slicing the day into five or more chunks of work or other activity—a coping tactic that exacts a toll.
Women M.B.A.s Continue to Lag in Pay, Promotions
February 22nd, 2010
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Despite having similar educational backgrounds and experience, female M.B.A.-holders are still not getting the same pay, positions, or promotions as their male colleagues, according to a new study by Catalyst.
Devaluing a College Degree
February 4th, 2010
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The idea that a college grad earns $800,000 or more than a high school grad is based on fuzzy math. The real number is much lower.
Study Asks: Who Has Easy Path to Top?
January 27th, 2010
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A study shows a large gap in perceptions among the sexes in who has more opportunities for advancement—men or women.
U.S. Keeps Its Foreign Ph.D.s
January 26th, 2010
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Most foreigners who come to the U.S. to earn doctorate degrees in science and engineering stay on after graduation, despite fears of a post-9/11 drop.
Some U.S. Jobs Aren’t Coming Back
January 12th, 2010
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Even when the U.S. labor market finally starts adding more workers than it loses, many unemployed will find that the types of jobs they once had don't exist anymore.
Job Losses Continue, ADP Suggests
January 7th, 2010
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Figures released Wednesday suggest the U.S. economy continued to shed jobs last month, but some economists doubted their accuracy.
Job Losses Continue, ADP Suggests
January 7th, 2010
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Figures released Wednesday suggest the U.S. economy continued to shed jobs last month, but some economists doubted their accuracy.
The Best and Worst Jobs
January 5th, 2010
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From actuary to roustabout, a look at some of the best and worst jobs for the coming year, ranked based on factors such as income, stress and employment outlook.
The Best and Worst Jobs
January 5th, 2010
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From actuary to roustabout, a look at some of the best and worst jobs for the coming year, ranked based on factors such as income, stress and employment outlook.
Start-Ups Will Keep Struggling
January 5th, 2010
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Entrepreneurs are hoping 2010 will be a better year to start a small business, but so far the outlook remains bleak.
Start-Ups Will Keep Struggling
January 5th, 2010
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Entrepreneurs are hoping 2010 will be a better year to start a small business, but so far the outlook remains bleak.
Office Sharing Among Strangers
December 30th, 2009
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For telecommuters or the self-employed, there are a number of shared, or "coworking," spaces where they can get the perks of a conventional office. Cranky Consumer tests out facilities in four cities.
Uptick in Executive Jobs Seen for 2010
December 29th, 2009
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Recruiters are bullish on the outlook for executive-level job hunters in 2010. And about 20% of employers say they'll add staff lower down the totem pole, too.
The Jobs of the Future
December 29th, 2009
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Career experts say the key to securing jobs in growing fields will be coupling an in-demand degree with skills focused on emerging trends.
The Next Finance Hiring Hot Spots
December 29th, 2009
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Wall Street has changed in the last year, but familiar jobs—like wealth management and investment research—are expected to see a hiring surge, along with a handful of new areas born out of the bust, like risk management.
Many Jobless Don’t Qualify for Cobra
December 28th, 2009
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The government is expanding a safety net to help the unemployed buy health insurance, but millions don't have access to the aid because of how Cobra was designed.
With Scant Jobs, Grads Make Their Own
December 24th, 2009
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Anecdotal evidence suggests more recent college and grad school graduates are launching their own companies, a move that makes sense given the 16% unemployment rate among 20-to-24 year-olds.
Dealing With Bonus Disappointment
December 21st, 2009
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You might feel you deserve more than you got this year--if you got anything. How to cope and set yourself up for a better payout next year.
The Value of an Un-M.B.A.
December 14th, 2009
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Alternatives to the M.B.A.can be shorter, more focused and offer an increasingly attractive option to a two-year general business degree.
Two Jobs and Still Underemployed
December 9th, 2009
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A growing number of people are underemployed, working part time or in jobs that don't employ their skills. (Dec. 1, 2009)
New Responsibilities, New Rules
November 30th, 2009
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While starting a new job means learning the ropes at an unfamiliar place, for those faced with a sudden role shift within the same company, the move can be even trickier. How to handle a role change at work.
Creating a R ésum é That Sells
November 25th, 2009
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A marketing professional gets advice from recruiters and human-resource executives on her résumé after a yearlong job hunt.
The Five-Second Commute
November 24th, 2009
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The at-home work force is growing, but fierce competition means the odds of landing one of these jobs are poor.
Rise in Office Robberies Worries Workers
November 17th, 2009
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An increase in office robberies during the recession has professionals worried.
Keeping the Best Employees
November 16th, 2009
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Many employers and employees don't agree on what keeps workers happy, a disparity that could spell trouble for businesses.
Holiday Help to Full-Time Hires
November 10th, 2009
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Each year a small percentage of seasonal employes are hired on full-time--and not just behind the cash register.
Health Costs Jump for Employees
October 15th, 2009
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As companies begin unveiling details of their benefits for next year, many employees this open-enrollment season will have to dig deeper into their pockets for health coverage.
Long Slog: Out of Work, Out of Hope
October 14th, 2009
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Five million people in the U.S. have been out of work for 27 weeks or more. Part of the problem they face: the very fact that they have been out of work so long.
As Riches Fade, So Does Finance’s Allure
October 14th, 2009
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Now that the finance bubble has deflated, employees are searching for other work and new graduates are looking elsewhere for careers.
Many Lost Jobs Will Never Return
October 5th, 2009
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Economists say that as demand picks up, jobs eventually will follow. But guessing which jobs will be created is often fruitless and many of tomorrow's jobs don't exist today, Sudeep Reddy writes.
Jobs Data Cloud Recovery
October 2nd, 2009
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Employers cut 263,000 jobs in September and the unemployment rate rose to a 16-year high, raising worries that the weak job market could undermine a nascent recovery.
An Internship From Your Couch
September 28th, 2009
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Virtual internships, where the intern never sets foot in the employer's office, are growing in popularity, particularly for small and Web-based businesses.
Tough Job Market Separates Couples
September 22nd, 2009
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The recession is complicating the job hunts—and the lives—of two-career couples, particularly when one lands an offer out of town.
To Work Better, Try Working Less
September 22nd, 2009
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Amid layoffs and burgeoning workloads, working any time, all the time, has become a habit for many employees. But companies trying to enforce time-off policies are discovering a paradoxical truth: To get more done, we need to stop working.
Report: Stimulus Saved a Million Jobs
September 11th, 2009
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The White House Council of Economic Advisers said the federal stimulus plan kept one million people working who would otherwise have lost their jobs.
Job Openings Fell to Record Low in July
September 10th, 2009
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Despite signs of the U.S. economy improving, employers appear to be in no rush to hire back the millions who lost their jobs in the recession.
Schools Prepare for Next Downturn
September 9th, 2009
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At the epicenter of the financial meltdown in New York, Columbia Business School has a special interest in teaching its students about the crisis.
A New Job Is Just a Tweet Away
September 8th, 2009
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As online job boards have grown crowded amid the recession, many big companies now list job openings on Twitter.
A Coach for the Recession
September 1st, 2009
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Executive coaches report steady demand for their services despite the recession.
Outplacement Firms Struggle to Do Job
August 21st, 2009
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As demand rises in the outplacement business, providers increasingly offer standardized services, which some workers say offer little value.
Downturn Shows Few Gender Differences
August 18th, 2009
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Women with M.B.A.s have fared during the recession as well as their male counterparts, a study found.
Getting Rehired in a Tightening Job Market
August 17th, 2009
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Seven of the WSJ's 15 "Laid Off and Looking" bloggers have found new jobs. But most have had to make compromises.
Teen Unemployment Remains High
August 12th, 2009
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Economists don't see much relief for unemployed teenagers in a recession that has trimmed hires and pulled many adults into the scramble for jobs typically held by teens.
Layoffs Hit Schoolteachers
August 11th, 2009
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Widespread layoffs resulting from tight school budgets are forcing thousands of teachers to take other jobs.
Firms Pare Severance Packages
August 8th, 2009
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As companies continue layoffs, the newly unemployed may find a smaller severance package than they expect.
Hopeful Signs for U.S. Jobs
August 8th, 2009
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U.S. job losses declined 247,000 in July, while the unemployment rate surprisingly fell, providing further evidence that the recession is nearing an end.
Silicon Valley’s Jobless Quit Tech
July 31st, 2009
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Jobless workers in Silicon Valley are trying to switch to non-technology fields, as the area's unemployment rate surges to 11.8%.
Leaks Grow in World of Blogs
July 22nd, 2009
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The recession, combined with new technology, is sparking skirmishes between employers and employees over leaks of sensitive or confidential information.
Upward Mobility Goes Bust in Las Vegas
July 22nd, 2009
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In the boom, Vegas offered something almost no other place in America did: upward mobility for the working class. Now, that's vanishing.
Raises in ’09 Were Smallest in Decades
July 21st, 2009
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Two surveys to be released Tuesday estimate that median pay raises for 2009 ranged from 2% to 3%.
Starting Fresh With an Unpaid Internship
July 16th, 2009
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Some older laid-off workers are now taking on internships to stay busy, gain new skills and expand their networks.
Only the Employed Need Apply
July 16th, 2009
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Many employers are bypassing the jobless to target those still working, reasoning that these survivors are the top performers.
Delayed Retirements Are Boon, Bane
July 14th, 2009
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Plunging stock values are prompting many older workers to delay retirement, creating surprising benefits for some employers but nagging concerns for others.
Job-Test Ruling Cheers Employers
July 1st, 2009
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The Supreme Court's landmark discrimination ruling may create uncertainty about when and what kinds of tests employers can give applicants for jobs or promotions.
Push for Time Off Gains in Many States
June 23rd, 2009
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New and strengthened Democratic majorities in many state legislatures are pushing for businesses to grant employees more time off for personal or family reasons.
In Finance, Recent Signs of Hiring
June 16th, 2009
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Wall Street firms are slowly beginning to hire again, offering a bright spot amid continued job losses in financial services.
Slower Job Losses Lift Hopes
June 8th, 2009
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The slowing pace of U.S. job losses last month added to hopes that the recession is drawing to a close. But the jobless rate reached its highest level in 26 years.
From Ordering Steak, to Serving It
June 3rd, 2009
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Some former Wall Street employees are struggling to translate specialized skills to other fields, and find themselves forced to accept low-wage work.
Acing a Phone Interview
June 2nd, 2009
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The phone interview, usually the first step before an in-person interview, is now being used to weed out job seekers by asking the tough questions reserved for finalists.
Ditching the Job Fair to Vent
May 28th, 2009
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New community groups across the U.S. are helping the laid-off cope with the recession and get their careers back on track.
With Jobs Scarce, Age Becomes an Issue
May 19th, 2009
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More young workers are at risk of layoffs as employers grow wary of letting older employees go because of age-discrimination lawsuits.
Bartending: Nice Work if You Can Mix It
May 15th, 2009
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As the economy sputters, bartenders are going back to school to become "masters" of mixology.
Many Companies Hire as They Fire
May 14th, 2009
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As layoffs mount, many of the same employers, such as Boeing, IBM and Yahoo also are hiring -- in other business units, in other places, or for other skills.
Recruiting Talent to Ailing Firms
May 14th, 2009
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Sick businesses often need fresh talent to recover. But attracting star players during bankruptcy can be difficult.
Bright Spots on the Job Front
May 12th, 2009
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The jobless rate rose last month, but economists say the pain isn't evenly spread throughout the nation and in some industries, jobs were added.
Pace of Job Losses Eases
May 10th, 2009
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The U.S. unemployment rate in April hit 8.9%, its highest in a quarter century. But the pace of job losses slowed.
Negotiating the Freelance Economy
May 8th, 2009
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Contract and freelance work are on the rise as companies avoid expenses associated with hiring permanent or temp staff.
Brokers Abandon Wall Street
May 8th, 2009
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The number of brokers leaving Wall Street is rising as a result of slumping markets, widespread job cuts and shrinking paychecks.
Some Companies Offer New Benefits
April 24th, 2009
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Even as the downturn has deepened, some companies have unveiled new perks and benefits for the little guy.
Employers Make Cuts Despite Belief Upturn Is Near
April 23rd, 2009
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Many companies believe that an economic upturn is coming, but they are still cutting jobs and benefits. But some wonder whether layoffs make sense with a possible recovery around the corner.
Nonwork Spying Spurs Privacy Debate
April 23rd, 2009
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Employees don't expect for their company to spy on them while on password-protected sites using nonwork computers. But even that privacy could be in jeopardy.
M.B.A.s Head Back to Old Careers
April 21st, 2009
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In a tough job market, business-school grads are leaning on experience to go back to their pre-M.B.A. jobs.
Jobless Rate Climbs in 46 States
April 18th, 2009
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The jobless rate climbed in most states in March, with California and North Carolina at multidecade highs.
Jobless Rate Hits 8.5%
April 15th, 2009
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The U.S. unemployment rate reached its highest level since 1983 as it lost 663,000 jobs in March.
Recession Upends Seasonal Job Market
April 13th, 2009
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The approach of warmer weather is brightening the jobs picture in some coastal tourist towns, although seasonal European workers could find themselves frozen out.
Fewer Openings in Nursing Field
April 13th, 2009
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The U.S. health industry is experiencing a departure from years past when the industry's rapid growth outpaced the number of nurses entering the field.
Recession Now Hits Jobs in Health Care
April 12th, 2009
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Employment in health care, the only major industry outside the federal government still adding jobs, is succumbing to the recession.
Salary Cuts: Ugly, But Could Be Worse
April 8th, 2009
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Instead of layoffs, a growing number of employers are resorting to salary cuts as the recession drags on.
Coping With Resume Overload
April 3rd, 2009
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Employers overwhelmed with applicants for the first time are changing the way they review resumes and interview candidates.
Some Employers See Hiring Opportunity
April 3rd, 2009
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Some employers are seizing the recession as an opportunity to strengthen their talent pool, poach stars from rivals or rebuild after layoffs.
Manufacturing’s Decline Slows
April 1st, 2009
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The manufacturing sector's decline showed signs of moderating in March, but continued deterioration in the job market suggests the overall economy remains at least several months away from returning to growth.
More Employers Help Layoff Victims
April 1st, 2009
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Outplacement support is an increasingly common benefit being offered to displaced workers. A look at who's getting it and what the free service entails.
Aid Recipients May Face Hiring Limits
March 31st, 2009
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Central bank lawyers concluded that immigration restrictions in February's fiscal stimulus bill apply to some investors and banks tapping financial-rescue programs.
Strangers Lend a Hand to Job Seekers
March 23rd, 2009
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Alarmed by the rising unemployment rate, many working Americans are helping their laid-off counterparts -- often complete strangers -- secure new positions through social-networking site groups.
Windows Into Lives After a Layoff
March 10th, 2009
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As layoffs increase, some job seekers are sharing their woes by blogging. For many, it's therapeutic. For some, it's turned into a way to garner job leads.
Jobless Rate Highest in 26 Years
March 8th, 2009
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The U.S. jobless rate passed 8% last month, the highest since 1983, and economists say the toll may be heading toward double digits as employers batten down for a sustained drop in consumer demand.
Searching for More Tools to Trim Costs
March 5th, 2009
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In this recession, employers are not just cutting jobs, they're simultaneously cutting hours, pay, and benefits for the workers who survive.
Furloughs Hit the White-Collar Set
February 25th, 2009
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Temporary layoffs, once confined to blue-collar workers, are hitting white-collar culture as employers dig deep to cut costs.
Where Stimulus Jobs Will Be – And Jobs Open Now
February 25th, 2009
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A staffing-industry executive discusses career opportunities expected to result from the government's new financial-recovery plan. But even before those arise, there are jobs open now in some fields.
Elderly Emerge as New Class of Workers
February 23rd, 2009
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Older workers are up against workers half their age in a scramble for employment.
How Job-Bias Cases Fare in Court
February 20th, 2009
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A battery of recent studies shows that employees who sue over discrimination lose at a higher rate in federal court than other types of plaintiffs.
Education, Transit Jobs to Get Boost
February 13th, 2009
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The stimulus package would seek to create jobs and provide training with a focus on two sectors hard-hit by the economic downturn: education and transportation.
Firms Invest in Developing Leaders
February 10th, 2009
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Despite layoffs and recession-starved budgets, many employers are investing in leadership-development programs, hoping not to be caught short when the economy recovers.
Recruiting Drops at Business Schools
February 10th, 2009
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Graduating students who left secure, full-time jobs to enter business school in 2007 are finding the recruiting season even worse than they anticipated.
States’ Jobless Funds Run Low
February 8th, 2009
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A growing number of states are running out of cash to pay unemployment benefits, a development that comes as initial jobless claims passed 600,000 last week, the highest in a quarter-century.
Now Hiring: Lehman
February 4th, 2009
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Lehman Brothers has become a hot source of work for finance professionals needed for the lengthy process of dissolving the firm.
Younger Women Say Yes to Motherhood
February 3rd, 2009
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For nearly 40 years, women have been delaying childbirth longer and longer, partly to launch careers. Now, this trend may be ending.
Firms Running Out of Stock Options
February 2nd, 2009
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The vicious bear market is presenting many companies with an odd problem: They're running out of shares with which to pay employees.
Be Prepared for More Cutbacks
January 26th, 2009
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Companies are looking to cut costs. And while the quick reaction of managers may be to lay off employees, that isn't always the most cost-effective choice.
Bankers’ Fear of Unemployment
January 26th, 2009
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Despite all the pain in the financial sector, bank executives' biggest fear has yet to materialize. Now, it is rearing its ugly head.
On the Street, Disbelief and Resignation
January 7th, 2009
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Inside what's left of Wall Street, investment bankers are doing all they can to cope with a business that is disappearing before their eyes.
No-Layoff Policies Crumble
December 30th, 2008
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The recession is prompting layoffs at long-established employers that avoided job cuts in previous downturns.
Avoiding the Ax: Where the Jobs Are
December 23rd, 2008
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While the employment landscape looks sparse right now, the outlook for 2009 isn't uniformly bleak -- and is downright bright in some recession-resistant industries.
Jobs, Benefits: Grim Outlook
December 21st, 2008
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Employers eliminated nearly two million jobs this year, and no relief is in sight. Even for those who keep jobs, companies say they will take other steps to cut costs.
Take an Hourly Job or Stay on Unemployment?
December 15th, 2008
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A reader contemplates accepting a drastic pay cut to get back to work. Our Career Q&A columnist weighs in with advice on how to decide.
Wealth Management Recruiting Up
December 11th, 2008
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While hiring and training of new brokers has slowed to a crawl, demand for experienced brokers is a different matter.
Businesses Say Employee Theft Is Up
December 11th, 2008
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In the wake of the recession, more businesses are facing a growing financial threat: employee theft.
Job Losses Are Worst Since ’74
December 9th, 2008
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The U.S. lost half a million jobs in November, the largest monthly drop in 34 years, pushing the unemployment rate to 6.7%, a 15-year high.
